"It's really incredible," Mohns said. "We have four others who have already received D.I offers and another four to five that I expect to pick up offers this spring.

"It's a testament to not only the talent, but also the work ethic and dedication of all of the players and coaches in our program. Coaches know they can come to Saguaro and find talented, hard-working student-athletes who have the academics and character to be successful at the next level. I'm very proud."

Most of Mohns' football players are competing in track and field this spring. He said because he has a good relationship with the track coaches, it will work out that he will still be able to have spring practices beginning next Monday with the athletes still getting their track workouts in to get ready for state the first week of May.

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